Question:
Surgery approved - have to switch doc and hosp

My surgery has been approved but due to doctor having a family emergency, I'm changing both my surgeon and the hospital. I was wondering if anyone has ever had to do this and if so, did you have any trouble with recertifing the surgery??    — prissb (posted on January 6, 2000)

January 6, 2000
I had my surgery approved for one doctor and decided to switch to another. I also switched from an open procedure to a lap procedure. The new doctor had to submit for insurance approval all over again. In order to speed up the process I contacted my Benefits Mgr where I work (I had medical insurance through my job) and asked for their assistance in pushing it through. My Benefit Manager used her contacts at the insurance company and I had my new approval in just a couple of days.
   — Jennifer L.

January 6, 2000
This is a little off-topic, but I noticed that Michelle and I share a surgeon, Dr. Salahi. I tried to write Michelle privately, but it bounced. Michelle, if you see this, drop me a note!
   — Jennifer G.